Anatomy of a URL

URL stands for Uniform Resource Locators; they are designed to provide a consistent way to reference objects on the internet. A URL is a web address that you type into a browser and it takes you to where you want to go. URL's are case sensitive, meaning you must type them EXACTLY like the actual URL, UPPERCASE & lowercase, and spelling counts.

The edu of the domain name is called the top-level domain; only a limited number exist and they are designed to show the type of organization the machine belongs. The following are top-level domains.

com = commercial

edu = educational

org = organization, usually nonprofit

mil = military

net = network

gov = government